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rose of sharyn

killswitch engage

rhythm guitar

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Tone Profile

A high-gain, aggressive metal tone with a tight low end and clear, articulate highs. The tone is thick and crunchy, perfect for chugging riffs and fast-paced metal.

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The Story

The rhythm guitar tone on 'Rose of Sharyn' was recorded using a Caparison Horus guitar through a Diezel VH4 amplifier, with an Ibanez TS808 and Fortin Grind in the signal chain. The track was recorded at Zing Studios in Westfield, MA, with producer Adam Dutkiewicz and engineer Jim Fogarty, and was captured using a Shure SM57 microphone. The TS808 provided the characteristic mid-range boost while the Fortin Grind tightened the low end for the aggressive metal tone.

Production Credits

Producer: Adam Dutkiewicz

Engineer: Jim Fogarty

Recorded at: Zing Studios, Westfield, MA

Recreation Tips

  • Start with a high-output humbucker guitar and a high-gain amp like the Diezel VH4.
  • Use an overdrive pedal like the Ibanez TS808 to boost the signal and add some mid-range focus.
  • Use a Fortin Grind to tighten up the low end and add aggression to the tone.
  • Experiment with different microphone placements to find the sweet spot for your amp and cabinet.
  • Use EQ to shape the tone and remove any unwanted frequencies.

Original Gear

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Substitutions & Recommendations

ESP E-II EclipseShop on Reverb$1200-$1500

Alternative to: Caparison Horus

High-output humbuckers and mahogany construction deliver similar aggressive mid-range punch for metal rhythm work

Diezel VH4 PedalShop on Reverb$400-$450

Alternative to: Diezel VH4

Official Diezel pedal version captures the VH4's signature high-gain character at a fraction of the head's cost

Ibanez TS808 Tube Screamer ReissueShop on Reverb$180-$200

Alternative to: Ibanez TS808

Current production model is identical to the original circuit used on the recording

Fortin Grind BoostShop on Reverb$150-$180

Alternative to: Fortin Grind

Same pedal model providing the tight low-end response crucial to this tone

Neural DSP Fortin Nameless SuitePlugin Boutique$140-$160

Alternative to: Diezel VH4 + pedal chain

Includes authentic Fortin amp models and effects that capture similar high-gain metal tones digitally

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